There are a number of different reasons as to why people might need to rent out a self-storage unit but one of the most popular is when you are moving house. Moving house can come with all kinds of different reasons to get stressed and one of the most prominent is when you don’t have room for all of the different furniture that you have managed to build up in the move. As such, self storage becomes a great solution that a lot of people turn to. 

What is Self Storage? 

When you look for nearby storage units, you’ll be able to find a secure and self contained unit which you can rent. These aren’t usually stand alone and instead are found within a building that is completely full of other secure contained rooms. They’re great because in them, both businesses and individuals are able to store anything they like (so long as it stays within the guidelines set out by the storage company’s terms and conditions). 

Issues With a Storage Unit? 

One of the issues that a lot of people have when it comes to renting out a self storage unit is the ‘self’ part. You are going to be responsible for getting your goods to and from the unit and if you have quite a lot that needs storing then this can be a big ask. You may well need to do a couple of trips if you only have a small car. Alternatively, you could always rent a van or a moving company who will be able to help you with transportation. Be sure to have a think about the logistics before you sign with a storage company. 

How Do They Work? 

The actual method of renting and using a storage unit is incredibly simple. The first thing that you need to do is estimate the size of the storage unit that you’re going to need. The companies themselves will be able to help you do this but there are some other tips to consider as well (discussed below). 

You are going to want to confirm the company that you would like to store with and then have a read of their terms to ensure that everything is agreeable. Be sure to also get some contents insurance and a good padlock for your unit so only you can get in and then if something does go wrong at least you’re covered. 

Be sure to also stock up on bubble wrap, boxes and any other packing supplies that you will need. All of this will make the move to the storage unit a lot more straight forward. A good moving storage Kirkland will have all these facilities and professionals to guide you.

Estimating the Space You Need 

It can be easy to overestimate how much space you need and in doing so, you could end up spending more money than you need to. You should have a look at everything you will be storing and how you’re going to be storing it. Take some rough measurements and then consider these measurements when you are working out the size of the unit you would like. Storage companies will be able to help you with this step if you ask.